Self-propelled mowers are easy to use, even on hills.
Gas mowers are heavy and can be difficult to push, particularly on uneven or hilly terrain. Self-propelled mowers use the engine to drive the mower along with powering the mower blade. Instead of shoving the mower along, the user merely has to walk behind it as the engine does the majority of the work. Does this Spark an idea?
Toro Super Bagger 20194
The Toro Super Bagger 20194 received one of consumer reports highest ratings and was their top recommended overall lawnmower. This variable speed 21-inch mower works equally well as a mulching, bagging and side discharge machine and features an easy mode change that mulches and cuts with the same blade. This mower has a five-year warranty and, according to Consumer Reports, has "no significant lows" in performance.
Toro Recycler 20333
Although the Toro Recycler 20333 only has a two-year warranty, in all other respects it performs as well or nearly as well as the Toro Super Bagger with a price tag that is about $300 dollars lower as of 2010. This 22-inch mower also features an adjustable speed drive and excels at mulching and side discharging in particular with solid bagging performance to boot. Light the more expensive Super Bagger, the recycler also features easy mode change.
Yard Man 12A-18M7
At only $280 dollars as of 2010, the Yard Man 12A-18M7 is a budget buy highly recommended by Consumer Reports. This 19-inch model has easy mode change and a single lever adjustable deck, allowing you to change the blade height more easily than with the other models tested. It performs well in mulching, bagging and side-discharge modes and is rated easy to maneuver. Unlike the other self propelled mowers, this model only features a single speed making it a bit less comfortable and convenient to walk behind than the variable-speed models featured above.
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